Summer 2027

Tax Intern

UHY

UHY

1,001-5,000 employees

Audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services

No salary listed

West Des Moines, IA, USA

In Person

Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client needs.

Bachelor's

Category
Accounting (1)

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Requirements
  • Candidates must have 0–1 year of relevant experience.
  • Candidates must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Candidates must have a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalent certificate.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities.
  • Organize and review client-provided financial information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Use tax software and tools to input data and calculate tax liabilities, deductions, and credits.
  • Conduct tax research to interpret and apply relevant tax laws, regulations, and guidelines.
  • Analyze financial statements, records, and documentation to identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance issues.
  • Assist in preparing tax projections and estimates to guide clients in making informed financial decisions.
  • Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and address tax-related inquiries.
  • Assist in explaining tax concepts and implications to clients clearly and understandably.
  • Collaborate with the internal team to provide timely updates and recommendations to clients regarding their tax situations.
  • Ensure adherence to tax regulations and deadlines and file tax returns accurately and on time.
  • Maintain organized and comprehensive tax files and documentation for each client engagement.
  • Assist in tracking changes in tax laws and regulations and their potential impact on clients.
  • Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices.
  • Support senior team members on complex tax projects, including audits and specialized tax services.
  • Participate in internal training sessions to enhance technical skills and stay updated on industry trends.
Desired Qualifications
  • A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
  • Actively working toward achieving certified public accountant or Enrolled Agent licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained, is preferred.
  • Completing the minimum continuing professional education credit requirement is preferred.
  • Experience with CCH ProSystem fx, Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, and Checkpoint for Tax Research is preferred.

UHY provides audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to middle-market clients. Its work combines attest services delivered by UHY LLP with tax and business consulting from UHY Advisors, Inc., operating under an alternative practice structure and as separate legal entities within the UHY network. Engagements involve teams with experience across many industries to give clients a 360-degree view of their business and develop flexible, practical solutions through collaboration. The firm differentiates itself as an independent member of the UHY International network, offering scale and cross-border capability within a top 20 international network while maintaining a strong focus on the middle market. The goal is to help clients address business challenges with tailored services and guidance that support growth, compliance and strategic decisions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$6.6M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • UHY closed five 2026 deals, including RBT CPAs on 2026-07-06 and Iowa’s Anderson Lower Whitlow.
  • UHY Wealth Management launched in March 2026 and reached roughly $1.5 billion AUM after RBT.
  • CMJ LLP joined on 2026-02-17, strengthening UHY’s New York Capital Region presence.

What critics are saying

  • Near Intelligence sued UHY LLP on 2025-10-30 over allegedly missed revenue manipulation.
  • Antovski v UHY closed in 2026, signaling recurring post-merger employment disputes.
  • Private-equity-backed rivals like Affinia keep consolidating faster, pressuring UHY’s top-tier positioning.

What makes UHY unique

  • UHY blends local partner teams with a national platform across accounting, tax, and advisory.
  • UHY International gives the firm cross-border reach across 95 countries and 1,000-plus staff.
  • UHY’s 2026 combinations add sector depth in construction, financial services, and closely held businesses.

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Company News

Accounting Today
Aug 11th, 2026
UHY acquires Michigan CFO Associates to expand advisory services

UHY, ranked No. 26 on Accounting Today's 2026 Top 100 Firms list, has acquired Michigan CFO Associates to expand its advisory capabilities. MICFO, founded in 2006 and based in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides fractional CFO and financial leadership services to entrepreneur-led businesses. UHY reported $471 million in revenue with roughly 200 partners and over 2,000 staff across 40 offices. The acquisition follows UHY's private equity investment from Summit Partners in December 2024, which has fuelled multiple acquisitions. "As entrepreneurs navigate increasing complexity, they need strategic financial insight," said Steven McCarty, CEO of UHY. The firm's client advisory services practice is growing rapidly.

Accounting Today
Aug 3rd, 2026
UHY adds Iowa firm

The Top 50 Firm UHY acquired accounting and advisory firm ALW in Betterndorf, Iowa.

Accounting Today
Feb 19th, 2026
UHY acquires CMJ, expands New York presence following $385M private equity boost

UHY has acquired CMJ, expanding the Top 50 firm's presence in New York State and adding expertise in construction and financial services. The deal adds one office to UHY, with CMJ founders Paul Curtis and William Jeffreys joining as partners alongside their staff. UHY, ranked No. 26 on Accounting Today's 2025 Top 100 Firms list, reported $385 million in revenue with 190 partners and over 1,700 employees across 35 offices. The acquisition follows UHY's December 2024 private equity investment from Summit Partners, which has fuelled significant M&A activity. In 2025 alone, UHY has expanded into the St Louis area through acquisitions of Sabino & Co. and Botz Deal & Co., and added Tama, Budaj & Raab in Michigan.

CPA Practice Advisor
Jul 1st, 2025
UHY Merges with Flynn & Co. in Ohio

UHY, a top 30 accounting firm, has expanded into Ohio by merging with Cincinnati-based CPA firm Flynn & Co. Financial terms were not disclosed. This merger marks UHY's first Cincinnati office, led by Managing Partner Richard Flynn. UHY's CEO, Steven McCarty, highlighted Cincinnati's economic growth and the merger's potential to enhance client services. This is UHY's third M&A deal since receiving private equity funding from Summit Partners last December. UHY has over 2,000 professionals in 42 U.S. offices.

Business Wire
Dec 4th, 2024
UHY Secures Strategic Growth Investment from Summit Partners

UHY, a leading accounting, tax, consulting and advisory services firm, today announced a growth investment from Summit Partners. This investment will